Lj Magnaye, a faculty member of the College of Education at Northwest Samar State University, received the Best Paper – First Place Award at the 2nd International Conference on Multicultural Education and Interdisciplinary Studies (ICMIES) 2025 held in Butuan City.
The paper, titled “Beliefs, Practices, and Challenges of Integrating Multimodality in Science in the New Normal,” explores how the integration of multimodal approaches has shaped science education during the pandemic.
Recognized during the conference held from April 23 to 25, 2025, the study offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by educators in adapting science teaching to a blended learning environment. It examines the evolving beliefs and practices of teachers in incorporating digital tools and interactive methods into instruction.
This work was developed in collaboration with Jamielou Bustarde of Rizal Technological University and Dr. Antriman Orleans of Philippine Normal University, whose contributions enhanced the depth and scope of the findings.
The research sheds light on the impact of multimodal teaching strategies, offering important perspectives on how education can continue to evolve amid ongoing global changes. This recognition brings pride to Northwest Samar State University, underscoring its commitment to advancing research and innovation in education.
Congratulations to Lj Magnaye on this outstanding achievement! Your hard work and dedication are truly inspiring!